The Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office is seeking a highly qualified, motivated, and skilled individual to respond to complaints of discrimination, sexual misconduct, nepotism, and related retaliation through investigation and informal problem-solving and to counsel University community members on equal opportunity issues.
The Associate position offers complex, fast-moving and fascinating work in a supportive work environment. Associates have significant discretion to craft appropriate investigative and informal responses to complaints. Associates also have the opportunity to collaborate frequently with colleagues in the Office and broader University to resolve case-related challenges. The Office’s work has a significant impact on the individuals and units involved in its cases. Associates’ thoughtfulness, attention to detail, and commitment to equity and diversity is critical. Associates report directly to the Equal Opportunity & Title IX Director and Title IX Coordinator, who also serves as an Associate Vice President in the Office for Equity and Diversity.
The Associate position is a full-time, year-round, professional/administrative position. The Office offers flexibility, hybrid remote and in-office work, and excellent work-life balance. The position offers a competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience and background, and excellent benefits.
The starting salary range for this position is $92,728.18 - $100,000.
At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Investigation and Complaint Resolution 85%
- Investigate complaints of discrimination, sexual misconduct, nepotism, and related retaliation to determine whether University policy violations occurred.
- Draft clear and accurate reports of investigative findings and make recommendations for responsive action.
- Engage in informal problem-solving methods to address concerns.
- Manage cases in timely and effective ways, exercising good judgment.
- Counsel members of the University community (senior leaders, staff, faculty, and students) on complex equal opportunity issues.
Other Duties as Assigned 15%
- Participate in new initiatives to improve services.
- Develop and present educational programs about discrimination, sexual misconduct, equal opportunity, diversity, and other related topics.
- Participate in policy development and oversight of the University’s approach to preventing, and responding to, discrimination, sexual misconduct, nepotism, and related retaliation concerns.
- Participate in committees serving the broader University.